Music

With a Bachelor of Arts in Music, students have the benefit of specialized study in his or her chosen field. Students take crucial fundamental classes in subjects such as harmony and theory, aural skills, conducting, music history, and applied music. Music students can then elect to specialize in one of many areas, such as Music Performance, Music Composition, Music Business, Music Technology, Pre-Music Therapy, Music Journalism, and more. We are confident that our combination of superb mentoring by renowned artists/teachers, small class sizes, diverse performance opportunities, and a well-rounded curriculum will help all students on the road to professional success. 

The program is offered by the Department of Music.

Admission Requirements
Admission to the Department of Music requires prospective students to apply to both the university (university application) and to the Department of Music (department application).  Once the Department of Music application is returned (to be mailed directly to the Department of Music), the student will then be scheduled for an audition with Department of Music faculty.  At the interview/audition, students will play/sing in their area of musical interest and expertise. During the interview, students should be prepared to discuss their musical background, career goals, and musical/general areas of interest.

Career Opportunities
Graduates may function in a wide variety of musical or musically-related fields such as private teacher, performer, composer, conductor, recording technology, music retail, writer, publishing, entertainment management and music librarianship. Graduates also may pursue graduate study.

The music program at Kutztown also offers a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. This accredited program serves teacher candidates who wish to be certified in general, instrumental and choral music teaching in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in Pennsylvania. You can also find more information on courses, admission requriements and career opprotunities.

The music program at Kutztown also offers a minor.